1787 NJ 1/2P Outlined Shield, BN MS(PCGS#503)

October 2018 Baltimore U.S. Coins Auction

Auctioneer

Stack's Bowers

Lot Number

6222

Grade

F12BN

Price

264

Lot Description

1787 New Jersey Copper. Maris 48-g, W-5275. Rarity-1. Outlined Shield. Fine-12 (PCGS). 148.26 grains. An overall delightful example with honey-brown hues across the high points and dark chestnut color in the fields. Sharply struck and well-centered, with good detail remaining to the horse's mane and the shield. The complexion is smooth and glossy, free from a single noteworthy abrasions. The Maris 48-g is considered the archetypal New Jersey variety and is in constant demand from type collectors. Provenance: From the Cohasco Collection of Colonials formed by Sir Philip H. Snyder, circa 1963-68. PCGS# 503. NGC ID: 2B4K. Click here for certification details from PCGS.